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About me:

My name is Misty. I'm 26 years young. No children. I've been a nurse for 5 years (currently working ER- love). I've been overweight ever since I can remember (I was def the largest in my 1st grade class). After high school & out of sports, my weight ballooned out of control. But (like many addicts) I was in denial. (Side note: no, I don't believe every obese person is an addict). After realizing how much my obesity was affecting my health, my job, and daily activities, I decided I needed a change. After MANY failed diet attempts, I had my sleeve with Dr. Borland in New Iberia, LA (self-pay). food no longer controls my life. I don't live to eat. I'm fit and healthy and active. I never could have imagined this life for myself. It's truly amazing.

1 year since my VSG....

Height: 4' 11"

Highest weight: 245 lbs

Surgery weight: 240 lbs

Current weight: 128 lbs

112 pounds down!! ????

Largest size: 24

Current size: 6/8

I still have goals I want to meet, but I am so happy with my progress thus far.

How do I feel?.... Healthy, fit, alive, AWESOME

What do I do?.... I follow MY rules (which I know isn't everyone's rules ????). I run. I lift. I'm a yogi. I enjoy myself.

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Holy tiny Moly! Great success and may you continue down your road of health and happiness! Cheers!!

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Misty,

Way to own it! Your life, your rules as it should be! You are an inspiration! Thanks for sharing your story.

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Rock on!!!!

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Thanks y'all! I'd post my before/after pics, but no one's home to take them for me! LOL.

I'll be doing that in a few days when hubby gets home.

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Hurray! Congrats on a life-changing year!

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Congratulations!!!!

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Good for you! Congrats!

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Congratulations!!! Your success is awesome!!! Many blessing to you for continued success through out the future!!! You have worked very hard this past year & your success is the best reward to yourself!!!

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